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Family Day: Spring Into Nowruz — Celebrate the Persian New Year 2018!

Nowruz, the Persian New Year, marks the beginning of spring. Discover the spirit of Nowruz with traditional music, dance and crafts from Central Asia and Iran.

Schedule of Events:

12 p.m.: Music and Dance by J-Hoon Music Ensemble
The J-Hoon Musical Ensemble, a Kurdish youth dance company from New York City, will introduce the joyous and vibrant culture of the Kurdish people of Western Iran through a colorful display of song and dance. Their sparkling outfits, colorful scarves, and upbeat music create a dazzling visual and auditory effect, and express the joy and enthusiasm of spring, while paying homage to a rich heritage that has been passed down for over two millennia from one generation to the next.

2:30 pm: Singing Bird, Musical Play
“Singing Bird” is a musical play that takes children on a journey to discover Nowruz and its celebrations.

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